The Cascade Range, a vast mountainous expanse stretching from northern California to southern British Columbia, is the epitome of nature’s grandeur. This spectacular geological formation, carved over eons, stands as a testament to the raw beauty and power of the earth’s natural processes. The Cascade Range, referred to by some as the American Alps, is …
Category: Canada
Jun 25 2023
Discovering the Brooks Range: A Comprehensive Guide to Alaska’s Natural Wonder
Welcome to a world of pristine wilderness, untouched natural beauty, and awe-inspiring landscapes. Welcome to the Brooks Range, a majestic mountain range in Alaska stretching from the west to the east, an expanse of over 700 miles untouched by the modern world. This article aims to provide a comprehensive guide to the Brooks Range, offering …
Apr 13 2023
Exploring Banff National Park: The Ultimate Adventure for Nature Lovers
As a nature enthusiast, I’m always on the lookout for the next awe-inspiring destination that can leave me speechless with its sheer beauty. Out of all the places I’ve explored, few have captured my heart and soul as much as Banff National Park in Canada. This article will take you on a journey through the …
Apr 08 2023
Plant Life of the Rocky Mountains
Trees, Wildflowers, & Lichens While the Rocky Mountains are known for their sharp spires and snowy crowns, it would be incorrect to say that the spirit of the place is only that: rocks, heights, and perspective. After all, anyone strolling along a mountain path is going to spend about half the time looking down, at …
Mar 12 2023
Virtual Guidebook: A Walk Through the Canadian Rockies
The North American Rocky mountains by begin as far south as mid-New Mexico, but their northernmost point is a full 3,000 miles away, nestled inside an ecosystem that looks absolutely nothing like its southern counterpart. This should serve as no surprise to anyone who is familiar with that great collection of mountains … a family …
Feb 12 2022
How Big are the Rocky Mountains?
If you spend as much time as we do thinking about mountains, then there is a good chance that you have asked yourself the most pressing question that there is about any mountain, which is, quite simply, How Big is it? Our fascination with mountain landscapes is no doubt due to the sense of majesty and …
Feb 12 2022
Fun Facts about the Rocky Mountains
There runs through the heart of our country a mighty spine of rock … a jagged 3,000 mile wonder that separates the Great Plains from the Western Plateau, and the deserts of New Mexico from the woodlands of Canada. Truly, this is the Purple Mountain Majesty that we sing of, and the Rocky Mountain High that has …
Apr 13 2020
The States & Provinces of the North American Rocky Mountains
As the second longest mountain range in the world, the Rocky Mountains are quite good at covering distance. From their northern terminus in Canada to their southern end in New Mexico, the Rocky Mountains stretch for just over 3,000 miles. This allows them to grace a number of different American states and Canadian provinces. While …
Apr 12 2020
What Makes the Canadian Rockies So Unique
Anytime you are starting a conversation about a 3,000 mile stretch of mountains, you are bound to run into some variations. After all, the expansive collection of peaks and valleys that we call The Rocky Mountains is actually an ensemble of different climates, ecosystems, and geological oddities. In particular, the Canadian Rockies present some unique …
Apr 06 2020
Where The Rocky Mountains Start And End
At just over 3,000 miles long, the Rocky Mountains are the second longest mountain range on planet Earth, and are home to some of the most amazing plants, animals, and geological wonders that can be found anywhere. But the Rocky Mountains are not a single, unbroken system of mountains. Rather, they are a family of …